Senate Bill No. 1236 proposes amendments to Section 20-340 of the general statutes regarding solar licensing exemptions. The bill repeals the existing provisions and introduces new language that specifies the types of work that employees or contractors under a licensed solar contractor can perform without needing a license. The new work categories include uncrating, hoisting, placing, and anchoring supports; mounting racking systems; job site distribution of solar collectors, photovoltaic panels, towers, or turbines; pile driving; concrete form work; and the installation of ground screw supports and racking systems. This change aims to clarify and expand the scope of permissible activities for unlicensed workers in the solar industry.

Additionally, the bill removes an exemption that previously allowed certain employees of solar contractors to operate without a license, which is expected to lead to a potential revenue gain for the state through increased applications for occupational licenses. The bill is set to take effect on October 1, 2026, and the licensing fees for these occupational licenses range from $90 to $150 per year. The changes reflect an effort to enhance regulatory oversight in the solar sector while still allowing for necessary operational flexibility.

Statutes affected:
Raised Bill: 20-340
GL Joint Favorable: 20-340
File No. 574: 20-340